Inspiration

I have been inspired by Terry's Blog to start taking pictures.. More pictures, less words..


Alright, I've already posted one for the day. so tomorrow we shall start a new.

If you haven't checked out Terry's blog, please do so:

http://www.terrysdiary.com/

Polaroids and Best Friends

It amazes me how simple my lifes pleasures are. All I need are my good friends, good food and even better shoes. (We're both wearing suede boots in this picture.)

Thank you to Kara, my darling companion in crime for taking this polaroid shot with me at last nights LoveSick3 model casting call.

Got to love polaroid... oh yes, I'm bringing it back.

Go forth and begin your lifes adventure.

Great DIY Chirstmas Gifts that WONT break your piggie bank.

I know that most of us are overwhelmed by the crazyness of the recession. On the bright side though, which Christmas right around the corner I have found many great ideas for handmade gifts. With $10 in hand you can make anywhere from 4-6 scarves. Now, I like the sound of that.

Check out the sites below for some great holiday ideas:

1. Zippered Wristlet Purse
http://javajem.blogspot.com/2008/02/wristlet-tutorial.html

2. Reuseable Shopping Bag
http://www.burdastyle.com/patterns/charlie-reusable-grocery-bag

3. (My Personal Favorite) - Owl Ornament
http://www.burdastyle.com/patterns/mini-owl-ornament

You can use scrap fabric for these. Also, if you have a fabric sample book, these are the perfect size for those. YAY..











4. Envelope Clutch
http://www.burdastyle.com/patterns/envelope-clutch-bag

5. Origami Hairpin (fabric)
http://www.burdastyle.com/techniques/make-fabric-origami

5. Ruffled Party Necklace
http://www.burdastyle.com/projects/ruffled-party-necklace

5. Flower Broach
http://www.burdastyle.com/projects/make-a-flower-brooch-hair-clip-or-corsage

6. Themed Baskets (and other great ideas)

It’s difficult to go wrong with themed gift baskets. Did you can your own pasta sauce over the summer? Use a colander for a basket, add some garlic bulbs, gourmet noodles, and a wooden spoon — a little taste of Italy. Or consider a breakfast basket. Or a breakfast basket (syrup and pancake mix), a movie basket (popcorn, candy, and a movie rental coupon), or a gardening basket (a trowel, a gardening hat, and some packets of seeds).


Ok ok.. back to work for me.... I will add more LATER!!

Hot Seller - Leather Wrap Around Watch

I just made these not too long ago and EVERYONE loves them.

Selling for $35 each.. These can't be beat.

Check them out:
http://www.burdastyle.com/projects/leather-wrap-around-watch

Freedom Ball - No H8 - Adult Prom

Monday I bought 10 t-shirts to start making my adult prom dresses for the fashion show going on at Freedom Ball on Dec. 12th at Trigger.

This is my very first fashion show showcasing my designs. I'm nervous and hoping that everything goes well.

I've enlisted the help of a fellow designer, Charlie, of Invisible Hero Industries. She will be making 5 of the 10 dresses and showing her clothing with mine.

I have also asked the help of my new friend David to do hair for this show. It should be amazing.

I will post links to their sites later tonight. I'm on my phone right now and can't copy and paste links while on bart.....waaaayyyy too difficult. I will post the flyer later as well.

Please let me know if you would like to attend.

ALSO: for those of you who have extra tshirts laying around and you are too lazy to drive them down to Goodwill....guess what? It's your lucky day. I want them!! I want to use them for this project. so call me up and we'll arrang drop off times. thanks!

Ashton Miyako
831.295.1711
ashtonmiyako.com
ashtonmiyako.com@gmail.com

Art Undressed

Last night I modeled for Alexandria Von Bromssen for Art Undressed. It was truly an amazing experience. Not so much the modeling but the wondering around the space looking at the most amazing artwork.

Check out what Nancy Peach, a fellow artist and co-producer of the show had to say.

The pictures posted to her link I took.. YAY


http://www.nancypeacherotic.com/#/art-undressed-sf-2009/4537033651

only in san francisco

do you find someone smoking, talking on their cell phone while riding a bike. we are the ultimate example of crazy multi tasking...


then again i can't complain. i am blogging on my phone, eating snackpak pudding with a spoon i stole from work while walking to my boy friends house which is a mile away...oh jeez